Since 2008, Urban Piping has helped over 20,000 Calgary homeowners replace their Poly B™ plumbing. Explore our Calgary case studies, guides, and expert insights — backed by more completed projects in this city than any other contractor.
Calgary townhouses built between 1978–1995 often contain Poly B piping requiring coordinated replacement across shared walls. Urban Piping specializes in multi-unit townhome repiping with strata board coordination, code-compliant installations, and full drywall restoration. Most townhouse projects complete in 2–3 days per unit.
Calgary homes with Poly B in-floor radiant heating face hidden failure risks beneath concrete and flooring. Hydronic systems require specialized repiping techniques to minimize floor disruption. Urban Piping converts aging Poly B radiant loops to durable PEX while preserving existing flooring whenever possible.
Chestermere is a lakeside community east of Calgary where acreage properties contain Poly B plumbing from original construction. Urban Piping completed Patrick’s whole-home repipe on his acreage property, addressing polybutylene concerns before potential leaks or insurance complications.
Crossfield is a small Alberta town north of Calgary where homeowners address Poly B proactively. Urban Piping completed Nicole’s whole-home repipe, bringing specialized repiping services to this rural community where polybutylene was common during original construction.
Calgary condo owners must navigate condo board approval and Alberta building codes when replacing Poly B pipes. Unit repiping costs in Calgary range $6,000–$12,000 depending on accessibility and unit size. Coordinating with neighbouring units reduces costs and minimizes repeated wall openings in shared spaces.
Calgary homeowners identify Poly B pipes by grey or blue-grey flexible plastic with PB2110 markings. Common locations include basement manifolds, under-sink connections, and water heater supply lines. Calgary homes built during the 1980s oil boom frequently contain Poly B throughout. Visual confirmation should be followed by professional condition assessment.
Calgary sellers with Poly B face Alberta disclosure requirements and buyer negotiation challenges. Pre-sale repiping costs $8,000–$15,000 but typically returns $15,000–$20,000 in higher sale prices while eliminating inspection contingencies. Calgary’s competitive market rewards move-in-ready homes without plumbing concerns that delay financing approvals.
Hidden Valley Gate is a northwest Calgary street where Urban Piping’s neighborhood track record builds confidence. Justin’s project on Hidden Valley Gate followed previous successful work in the community, demonstrating how local reputation drives homeowner decisions.
Millrise is a south Calgary community where accessible plumbing configurations can significantly reduce project costs. Urban Piping completed Janet’s piping-only Poly B replacement at the most affordable price point, benefiting from efficient floor plan and accessible pipe routes.
Calgary Poly B systems installed during the 1980s oil boom have exceeded their intended 25-year lifespan. Alberta’s extreme temperature swings stress aging pipes through freeze-thaw cycles. Warning signs triggering immediate action include visible brittleness, fitting discoloration, pinhole leaks, and water pressure fluctuations. Proactive scheduling beats emergency replacement costs.
